Grenade thrown at Rosh Pina restaurant as attacks against Japanika chain continue

A grenade attack on a Japanika restaurant in Rosh Pina on Wednesday morning marks the latest incident in a string of violent acts targeting the restaurant chain. The explosion occurred shortly after police received a report, and an investigation is currently underway.

Overnight Tuesday, police announced a series of attacks against the chain, including two grenade explosions, a pipe bomb incident, and an attempted arson. Three of these incidents specifically targeted branches of Japanika, a restaurant chain owned by businessman Barak Abramov, who also owns the Beitar Jerusalem football club. Fortunately, none of the attacks have resulted in reported casualties.

In response to the escalating violence, law enforcement has made several arrests. Yossi Musli, identified as a Musli crime family boss, was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the series of attacks. Subsequently, police announced the arrest of three more individuals, an 18-year-old man and two men in their 30s, all from central Israel, in connection with the Japanika incidents.

The ongoing attacks and subsequent arrests highlight a significant security concern surrounding the restaurant chain and its owner. The motive behind the coordinated attacks remains under investigation as police work to apprehend all involved parties and ensure public safety.